Bone Mineral Density

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Bone Mineral Density (BMD) measures the amount of minerals in bone, indicating bone strength and health.BMD can decrease with age or due to certain medical conditions.

Impact of Gene Variants

Genetic factors significantly influence BMD, contributing to about 60-80% of the variance in peak bone mass.A study linked 32 novel genetic regions to BMD.

Ways to Recognize Problems

• Early stages of bone loss typically have no symptoms.
• Once bones weaken due to osteoporosis, symptoms might include back pain, loss of height, a stooped posture, and easily broken bones.

Ways to Improve

• Strength training and weight-bearing aerobic exercises can promote new bone growth.
• Consuming a diet rich in calcium and vitamin D can help maintain bone density.

Did you know

Osteoporosis affects over 10 million Americans, with 34 million at risk of low bone density.